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The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

The increase Of the leading far m
staples, as stated in the last report OF
the commissioner OF agriculture, fur.
nishes striking exhibition OF the
growth OF this country and it's devel-
opment Of wealth. The grain crops Of
the present year are given at ]. $685.
0O0, 900 bushels ofcorn; ,446, 600, 900
bushels Of wheat; b17 ,ooo, /, 600 bushels
ofoats; 25, 600, 600 bushels Of rye; 5o,-
s00, 600 bushels ofbarley. and i i ,OOO,-
600 bushels Of buckwheat- making an
aggregate cereal production Of 1885,
SOC. 900 bushels-o 53 bushels per
capita for the whole population. In
1850 the per capita was 3s bushels.
"a 1885 the ageregat ewas overs, O00,.
sOOO. 600 bushels the wheat crop being
.tivs times as great as in 1850, and the
corn crop four times.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

ssf Z IL
N These calculations are from the re.
liable pen of Edward Atkinson, the
well known political economist and
statistician: Universal idleness in
this country for a period oftwenty
months would result in the total con-
sumption OF accumulated capital.
Given the annual product to begin
with-estlmated at 5000 per head
and the starvation point would be
reached in something over two years
at the present rate Of consumption.
In capital he includes railroads. fac
tories, works, mines, goods. wares,
dwellings and tools. Probably the
Immediately available capital would
last no longer than two months. And
this is the most highly favored corner
OF the world.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14
Wanted to Get off.

whats the train stopped forp''
asked home hunter on n Florida rail-
road.
Waiting for COW to cross the
track. some one replied.
Did she cross9n he sxcitedly asked.
Yes
Here conductor he cried, .'put
me Oft here. I've been pokin' round IN
this state fur some time an can't find
a COW that's able to get up when she $.
down, SO if you've found one that's
able to cross railroad track / know
that we We struck the best part of the
state. Let me git off right here. -
Arkq,tsaU Trdreler.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

The Providence Journal, very
careful and conservative paper, ven
lures to predict good times. That
paper says; Unless there shall be a
disorganization Of labor, the next
year, 1887, will witness degree of
business enterprise in advance OF that
OF the last few years. There is much
to be donein the way OF building in
the cities, railroads are to be con-
structed, and in the South the new
order Of things will create demand
for white labor in various ways.
There is no reason why immigration
OF the right sort should not be vel.
come, it being fairly understood that
an American citizenship is formed &C.
cording to American laws and con
duct.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

The origin Of insurance has been
traced TO Scion" the law giver, about
6e4 years before Christ. Heinstituted
system or marine insurance, which
was suggested to him while travelling
i In different cities, trying to find ways
lor the better maritime government
Of his people, whom Draco, by his
cruel laws. had 80 long oppressed.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

"a few years ago cotton seed, except
ing what was necessary for planting,
was regarded as so much waste, to be
COTTON rid OF IN the best way practi-
cable. But there have been great inn
:provements in cotton culture and
manufacturing and to-day cotton seed
produces number Of useful by-pro-
ducts. The chief Of these is the OF,
derived from the seed by pressure and
which is almost aa valuable as olive
oil, and is, no doubt. frequently sold
as such. The cake left aftor extract
ing the oil is an excellent fertilizer.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

The legislature Of Illinois will con-
vene on the 5th day Of January. II
the organization takes place on We'd
nesday, January s, the day the Legis-
8lature meets, or at any time before
January IL, the day for the first vote
for United States Senator will be, by
law, Tuesday, January 1s. The re-
puhlicans have majority OF three in
the House and thirteen in the Senate,
and therefore Gen. Logan's successor
will undoubtedly be q republican.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14
Increase of Population.

In round numbers the population of
the United States increases at the rate
of 1000, ,000a year The census of 1880
showed a population of over $50, ,0OO,-
900, and close estimates based on local
censuses give in 1886 56, 900, 600. OF
this increase about one-third is from
abroad. Two natives reach the stage
OF action for one foreign born resident
The ratio of native increase must in the
future be greater. as the native element
is constantly growing larger, while the
foreign is about stationary.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

The Canadian Pacific Railroad is re-
ported TO have just completed its snow
sheds in the Selkirk range OF the
Rockies. The sheds are very extensive,
and are found at the intervals along
the line between Donald, at the first
crossing to Revestoke. at the second
crossing Of the Columbia river. Con-
tractors have used 22,ooo,ooO cubic
feet OF lumber in it's construction, and
have had about FIVE Thousand laborers
employ ed for the last eight months.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

DR.. Aveiing, the English Socialist, is
quoted as saying that the condition
] otwage-workers in the United States
is not q bit better, upon the whole,
than that Of their fellow workmen in
Europe. and that upon his return
home he proposes to make that alleg-
ed fact q prominent feature of his ad-
dresses to the poor. The press Of the
country is vigorously combating DR..
Aveling,s impressions, and seem to
make clear case against him.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14
KIN[!BIALL,,

Alden Goldsmith, the need turt.
sman, who has just died In Nov Jersey.
viii probably have TO 60 downto pos
kerity astraddls Of Goldsmith Maid,
Who took her name from him. He
bought the mare for 5000. sold her
!or, $50, 900, and her earnings ON the
turl nettsd her owner $24O, 600.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14

Mr.. Singleton Of Mississippi, chair-
man Of the house committe on libra
~ at Washington, has appointed Miss
Mary Johnston as clerk Of his COM
smittee, and she has taken the oath of
Office before a woman notary public
In the pension Office, who was recently
appointed by President Cleveland.
This IS the first appointment Of a
woman to an office under congress.
The Kimball graphic. (Kimball, Brule County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1883-1905, 1887-01-14
Only Five.

ANY lost children down therep''
asked a woman's voice through the.
telephone Of police headquarters the
other day.
"Yes; five of them" was the reply.
only five! I've lost seven, and I
wonder where the other two can be!''-
Detroit Free Press.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Amusements.

The opera house should be crowded on
Tuesday, evening, March Is, ct which time
will be presented the grand spectacular
drama of the "Black Crook" with all the
magnificent scenery, romantic situations
and corps of specially performers, making
up an organization absolutely without q
rival. There is nothing old about the
"Black Crook" but its reputation for excel,
lence. The ladies should not fail to see
this wonderful production, as it is without
doubt the finest presentation Of the Black
Crook" over given in Ottawa, and the actors
are all ladies and gentlemen, the costumes
are beautiful, the specialties the very best,
the mechanical effect grand, and the tsbleau1
wonderful Seats are now on sale at Simon 8
music store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
The VIII Case Settled.

The Reddick will case has been finally dis
posed of in manner, which, though not en-.
tirely satisfactory to some Of the claimants,
yet cannot fail to meet the appropriation Of
the public Ever since the trial it has been
evident that the testimony against the will,
not strong then, was liable to be greatly
weakened, and also ii has been equally evil
dent that the death of Miss Elizabeth F.
Reddick would present the defense in less
advantageous position, as, with her persisted
important rebutting testimony against that
Of the chief witness of the petitioners. The
hanging by the former jury left the case
precisely where it stood at the outset, and
all the volumnious testimony had to be
gone over again, together with incuring
big load of expense to both parties. The
settlement was brought about by the execu.
tors and some of the chief heirs, and every
thing was done under the sanction of the pro.
bate court. The proceedings in the circuit
court are as follows The application for
changed venue were Withdrawn Engagement
Of parties, the jury was waived and the same
evidence given as in the probate court, for
the will. There was no rebutting testimony
and thereupon the court found the will in
question to be that of VIM. Reddick. Each
side pays its own costs.
The library's trustees have long had the
possession Of the building, but have done
nothing towards putting the institution in
practical operation, on account Of the suit.
They will 60 forward ai once. The building
cost originally about $4,000. and is an ex.
cellant repair. The county will take poss
ession of the 100 scre tract left them by the
benevolence of the deceased, for an addition
TO their poor farm.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
a Fancy ball.

st. Patricks day in the evening will be
celebrated by the Irish American Club, Of
this city, by asplendid ball, something extra
in every desirable particular. The dance
will be at Willis Hall, on Thursday evening,
March 18th. The committee of arrange.
ments are: ]. NJ. Hnnerty, A. Redmond, j.
Louth, NJ. L. Hefferan, W. 2. Leahy, p. Fin
len, D. Z. Devlin. Floor Managers: p. Egan,
J. Fennell, l.. Scanlon, J. SinnOtt, J. p.
Walsh, W. Morgan, J. McQuade. Reception
committee: W. w. Curtis, j. F. Graham, j
C. McKeon, NJ. }. Sheehan, T. A. White, J.
v. R. Vogt, S. Richardson. Willis orches-
ira will furnish the music. Supper will be
served at Whites Hotel and an enjoyab
evening IS promised to all who attend. In
vitations are not required. Tickets 81.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
SPRING OPENING.
Daily Arrivals OF New Goods.

u Now uOOhS.
II. ]. Gillen has commenced receiving and
placing on sale, his new stock Of spring
goods. and new arrivals Of choice goods ex
pressly selected for the early spring trade
are the order of business at this house
Every days express and freight bring par.
cells and boxes, packages Of oil sizes and
shapes, of brand new articles that are espec-
tally suitable for The season. We have not
time nor space TO enumerate even the leading
items Of these daily receipts, nor more than
to say that in them we discovered Nr. Gil
lens we'll known good taste in ell his selec,
tons. The goods are superb Is TO quality
and are pretty beyond description. The
fashionable lady cannot fail to be delighted
with the surprising beauty Of the new spring
fashions, and she need have no fear but that
she will be in the very height Of fashion and
good taste when selecting anything from the
new spring stock. Mr.. Gillen was too busy
to answer questions while we were on our
tour of inspection, for he was making care.
full selections of superior articles, and filling
out additional orders for further supplies.
He had merely time to assure us that his
new spring outfit on hand and enreute will
in no manner fall short Of the we'll estab.
lished, good reputation of this house, and
even exceed any former effort in the way Of
a most attractive assortment of reliable
goods. He is filling up every department
and guarantees bottom prices on everything.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Oilituary

Mrs Ransom Barker, highly respected
old lady, long time resident of this city,
died last week and had large funeral. Mr.
Ransom Barker, her husband, and James,
her son, requests US to extend their most
grateful thanks to the friends whose kindly
help and friendly sympathies we're so freely
extended them when most needed.
Edward Neary, one of the oldest citirens
of Utica, died on Tuesday of last week, aged
81 years, lie had been "a years resident
Of La Sale county. and was noted all his
life for sterling honesty and industry. The.
funeral was attended by people of different
denominations and was very large.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

SHor.-Mr Henry Hochstetier, Of La
Sale, committed suicide, on Wednesday
by shooting himself blowing his brains out,
using nuske. for that purpose. lie
was found sitting in a rocking chair, and the
floor and his person covered with blood
lie lived alone. his wife having died las,
May. His age was 81 years. BY letter
which was found, dated eight years ago, he
seems to have long medita,ed his sudden
"taking Off In some such way as this. lie
gives in it his funeral services, which h,
wished to have conducted by G. II, Locey
Esq.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
A New Dairy,

Mr.. John Wood of East Ottawa, has gone
into the dairy business, and his handsome
outfit may be seen in all parts Of the city de-
livering lacteal fluid and the cream thereof,
which he warrants to be pure and fresh. As
he has abundant means at his disposal and
is young and anxious to build up paying
business, he will doubtless succeed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

In the Methodist church, Rev. d. F.
Holmes will preach Sunday morning on the
eleventh commandment, or "Who is My
Neighbour In the evening, on the "Life,
Labors, Genius, Faith and Toilings of the
Great Preacher, Henry Ward Beacher." The
public are cordially invited, especially
families that have no church home. Seat,
free-family sittings assigned.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Jas. Carroll, one night lately, as Mike
FORMAL was closing his saloon, at the rear
door, stole back Of the bar and was going
for" the money drawer, when Mikes eagle
glance fell upon him. He shouted scoundrel.
whereupon the fellow, unused to such impo-
lite expressions, grew in great hurry to
leave. He did not stop to open the door, but
went out head first through the glass window
thereof, and was fearfully cut about the face.
He fed but the flow of blood was so great
that the officers actually tracked him by its
marks and then caught him in an alley near
the convent" 1t was thought for time
that he would not survive, but he is getting
we'll, and will be brought before the police
court as soon as he is strong enough to 60
ont
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Dissolution Of Partnership.

Notice is hereby given that the firm OF
Scott Bros 4 Co. is this day dissolved by mu'
tual consent, s. s. Scott retiring from the
firm to 60 into the banking business in Sa-
lima, Kan. Tho business will be carried on
in the future by J. Z, Scott & Co, and they
are authorized to collect all outstanding &C.
counts and pay all the liabilities Of the old
firm.
Ottawa, ILL.,, March 10, 1887.
s. s. SCorT,
J. 4. Scorr.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Dress Making Department.

W. II. Hull & Co. have added to their dry
goods and carpet business a dress making
department, in the elegant suite Of rooms
over their Madison street store, and given
Miss Sophie Matthias full charge. They in
vite all to come and see their new rooms,
and if wanting anything in that line to con.
suit Miss Matthias. Entrance on Madison
street, back of Forbes drug store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Il, r. scott & Co.

As will be seen in another column, the
well.known firm of Scott Bros. & Co. have
have dissolved, S. S. Scott retiring, and J
E. Scott remaining. While the retirement
of the former is to be regretted, as he was
now and will always be popular business
man in his new home. and had a wide cir
Gle of friends here, his leaving the firm
will not change the enterprising character
of this we'll known house, nor less en- it,
ability to supply the public with all the ad
vantages of first class dry goods estab'
lishment. Mr.. j. +. Scott, the head Of the
old firm, will continue to manage the affairs
of the new one, and no one will question his
ability, nor doubt that he is always 1.-THE
right man in the right place
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
The Boom

In the newest and sty ish POMEROY SUITS
continues undated at ALSCHLERS', west
of court house. Another and THIRD IN
VOICE will be received at the pioneer cloth
ing house Saturday. The durable wear and
quality of the POMERGY SUITS is subjects
of MUCH COMMENT They can be had at
ALsCHULER's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

School District, No. 10, Ottawa township
School month began January 81 ended
March 3 number Of scholars enrolled, 50
average attendance daily, 81. Names OF
scholars who missed no days during the
month: Ida Pierce, Lizzie Sheehan, lta
Sheehan, Maggie Sheehan, Harry Fishburn,
Tommy Sheehan, Hugh Mccullough, VIM.
Pierce, Bert Pierce. Those who missed one
day on account of sickness Jennie Del
bridge, Mamie Delbridge, May Delbridge.
Seven hundred and thirty three words given
out, and the following names missed none
Ida Sheehan, Jennie Deltridge. The schol'
ars enerally attend school WELL and school
getting along fine. One more month will
close the winter term.
1T. SUTCH, Teacher.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Il, r.. Scott & Co.

Successors to Scott Bros. & Co., have
commenced some very important improve.
ments in their store. A new and much
larger office, new window near the office,
new cash carrier system, new awning, new
shades on all the windows, painting, &c.
When all these are completed the store will
look elegant.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

The annual meeting of the Ladies' Mis-.
sionary Society of the Baptist church will
be held at the church on Tuesday afternoon
at 8 o'clock. At half past four Miss NJ. E.
Burdette, of Chicago, will speak to the chill
dren. At half past seven she will make an
address, and an invitation is extended Ia
everybody to be present at this hour.
Mrs. GILBERT FREDERICK.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Remember that for every dollars worth
of goods bought Of c. NJ, Forbes you will re.
ceive a ticket which will entitle you to a
chance in the great picture drawing on the
18th Of April.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
lfRefnl for Children

The prettiest garments ever expressly
made for children, suits for boys Of any age,
cheviot (Scotch) goods, fine. strong and
elegant, as we'll as cheap the celebrated
Norfolk suits, pleated, the pretties. out,
every variety of nice goods, nicely made,
and just tip top thing for little boys, very
cheap, at Alshuler's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Married.

Hon. F. P. Snyder, the county Judge, was
married to Miss Anna F. Tewksberry, OF
Mendoza, on Wednesday evening last, at
Chicago. The Judges irst official act was
that Of marrying couple, and he seems to
have liked it so we'll that he concluded to
be married himself. We extend him and
his bride out sincere good wishes.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

SURvEYED.-The grounds of the new fair
associations driving park have been survey
ed. They will lay off field for base ball
and you may expect some of the most fam.
Gus clubs to visit US this summer.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Everybody who passes Alshuler's has to
stop to leok at these pretty suits for hitle
boys. One kind has neat poke, book and
card case attached to the belt Of the cost
Those goods are the best ever made for
children's wear.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

FuLL-Johnathan Fuller, Of Marselles
aged IS, committed suicide last Saturday
morning by drinking corrosive sublimate
lie was old, lonely and poor.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Mr. and Mrs. NJ. n. Armstrong have ex
perienced the first sorrow of their lives by
the death, after brief illness, Of their little
boy, Harry, who died on Monday last, aged
two and a half years. The funeral occurred
on Tuesday, at n. NJ, Rev. Mr.. Frederick
officiating,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Nesburgh overalls and pantaloons, for
sale by Alsohuler are the best and strongest
goods Of the kind sold Alschuler always
leads in buying and selling the best qualiry
|of clothing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Sunday morning at the Baptist church DR..
Frederick will preach on Why send the
Gospel to the Heathen," in the evening
" Three Eternal Companions" There will
be baptism after the service in the evening.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
DO You I?
Boot and Shoes.

Leahy, the veteran boot and shoe dealer
on Madison street, has larger stock Of boots
and shoes than ever, and sells them cheaper.
His spring stock is coming every day, Call
and see the new goods.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Forbes immense assortment of wall paper
is being daily augmented by fresh arrivals
from the markets. The patterns and designs
this spring are innumerable Call and have
pick from a big stock.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

RACEs-Charles NJ. Smith, Robert L. A.
len, and others interested in fast horses, are
preparing for the June races to come off in
this CITY
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

CAsH.--The net proceeds of the entertain
ment known as "Rebecca's Triumph" were
$608l, which the Young Ladies Missionary
Society have donated to the Ladies' Asso-
,iation -
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
SPRING
UsDERW EAR
TOD
LADIES, GENTS, BOYS AND GIRLS

LADIES, GENTS, BOYS AND GIRLS.
Come and see the Jersey ribbed vests for
ladies'. See the mems and boys Angola
underwear for spring and summer wear.
Ladies' and gents French balbrigan goods,
very cheap. AT HULL's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
Notice.

Notice is hereby given that the county
Board of La Sale county, Illinois, will meet,
pursuant to adjournment, at the court house
in Ottawa, in said county, on Monday the
2lst day Of March, A. D., 1887.
p. F. FINLEy, clerk.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12
music store

The millinery department off. E. Scott &
Co. will be very much enlarged this spring.
Miss Montgomery will start for the markets
in few days.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

Mr.. Geo. Griffith will leave for Kansas on
April lst with a party of land seekers. Those
thinking of trip west should call on him.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

DADs.-The city council will hold sspeciss
meeting on Tuesday evening next, to con-
slider the question for a site for city build
ings and other business.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

BArn.--Joe Hathaway, hunting ducks in a
boat up the river on Wednesday, got a choice
duck that he didn't shoot at. 1t was
made Of ice and water, and was up to his
neck. Mitch who was with him, looked
on and laughed quiet and satisfactory
laugh
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-03-12

No Con-. n. Armstrong is not seeking
sldermanic honors in the 9Th ward. The an
nouncement of his lame in that connection
by daily, was wholly unauthorized.